Organizational Communication Linkages in Participative Management, Peak Performance, and Job Satisfaction

Abstract

This study focuses on the links between organizational communication, participative management, peak performance, and job satisfaction. The study looks at the organization's structure of communication, focusing attention on the key processes through which communication plays critical roles in participative management. A detailed consideration is given to the question of participative management and to the growing interest in job satisfaction, with a look at the models of participation. The study establishes a theoretical base with two theories, both emphasizing effective two-way communication to foster a participative climate in the organization. This is followed by the research findings linking effective communication in the organization to employee participation in decision-making, performance, and job satisfaction. The study concludes that participative management enhances peak performance and job satisfaction through communication. It recommends, among others, that employee participation should be brought to life in organizations through effective communication and other practices to increase employee job satisfaction and commitment to organizational goals.